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Fundraising Managers

What they do:

Plan, direct, or coordinate activities to solicit and maintain funds for special projects or nonprofit organizations.

Also Called:

Account Supervisor, Annual Giving Director, Development Director, Account Supervisor, Annual Giving Director, Development Director

AR Employment Data

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$60,150
Starting Salary (2025)
$71,110
Median Salary (2025)
4.2%
Projected Job Growth
150
AR Employment (2025)

Typical Tasks

Assign, supervise, and review the activities of fundraising staff.
Compile or develop materials to submit to granting or other funding organizations.
Conduct research to identify the goals, net worth, charitable donation history, or other data related to potential donors, potential investors, or general donor markets.
Contact corporate representatives, government officials, or community leaders to increase awareness of organizational causes, activities, or needs.
Design and edit promotional publications, such as brochures.

A day in the life

What kind of work is this?

Enterprising
Business based Work
Conventional
Organized, Procedural Work
Social
Working with people
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Education & Preparation

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Considerable Preparation Needed

Education

Most of these occupations require a four-year bachelor's degree, but some do not.

Experience

A considerable amount of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is needed for these occupations.

Training

Employees in these occupations usually need several years of work-related experience, on-the-job training, and/or vocational training.

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